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Gallbladders and Bile
Bile is produced in the liver, stored and concentrated in the gallbladder and released into the small intestine. Bile emulsifies the lipids in fatty food and makes it easier to digest. Unfortunately, the gallbladder can develop gallstones which can be tiny grains or as big as golf balls. Some cause no trouble but others may become life threatening.
838 Questions
What is the medical terminology combining form meaning gallbladder?
Bile or gall is a bitter-tasting, dark green to yellowish brown fluid.
Bile Composition: Water - 85.0%, Bile salts - 10%, Coloring matter and mucus - 3%, Fats - 1%, Cholesterin - 0.3%, Inorganic salts - 0.7%.
Bilious is the WORD you're looking for.
Chole
bile (Note: Chole plus cyst, meaning bladder, equals gallbladder;
chole plus doch, meaning duct, equals choledocho or common bile duct.)
Do you lose or gain weight after gallbladder surgery?
I had my gallbladder out 2 weeks ago. I have not gained anyway weight thus so far, in fact afterwards I lost weight!
I think if you don't go overboard with eating you will not gain. Obviously I'm able to eat foods I could not before - so I have to be very careful. But also you get sick to your stomach if you DO go overboard - I also experience a lot of nausea and dizziness. I still feel awkward eating fatty foods too.
It simply depends on what YOU eat. If you eat fatty foods and sweets afterwards of course you're going to gain! I know I ate fat free EVERYTHING before surgery and lost 24 pounds. Right now, I think I've gained 2 pounds due to having pizza and candy - my own fault - not the surgery's fault!
Those who say that you gain, are full of it - if you eat bad, you do gain (unless you have thryoid issues or some other issue).
I dissagree with the above statement because I did not eat bad or more and I gained 30 pounds in 3 months after galbladder sugery. I had never been overweight in my life at age 40 until I had the galbladder removed. I believe there is something chemical going on. I have a healthy life style with exercise and diet. I take no medications, rarely do I even take asprin. I could have some other issue as you say, but removing the galbladder triggered weight gain. I would sure love to know what issues with galblatter removal cause weight gain.
The risks of gallbladder surgery are:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Injury to the common bile duct
- Injury to the small or large intestine
- Pancreatitis (inflammation in the pancreas)
How long does it take to recover from gallbladder surgery?
Usually doc's say after a week, unless you do heavy lifting or laboring at your job. MY EXPERIENCE... I returned to work at a manual labor job after only 2 weeks. (They say you may return to desk jobs and jobs that aren't as strenuous at about 2 weeks.) As a result of my going back too soon, I am still having problems. I have a pain near one of the incisions (laproscopic) that is gradually getting better, but still giving me problems. One doctor says it is a nerve and another says it is a muscle problem. I had my surgery in October 2007 and it is now mid-September 2008. Be careful!!!
What side is the gallbladder located?
The gallbladder is located on the right side of the body.
It is behind your lower right ribs.
Your gallbladder is located on the right side of your body, connected to your liver.
The gallbladder is located on the right side of the abdomen
What should you eat if you have gallstones?
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/gall-stones-prevention-diet-a-natural-treatment-through-the-foods-you-eat.html
Too many foods listed. Go to this web site: www.gallbladderattack.com to also see foods which should be avoided.
What is purpose of gallbladder?
Essentially the gallbladder is not required to live. It is responsible for digesting fats in food. Many people when eating an unusually high fat meal will have pain in their upper abdomen called a gallbladder spasm.
People who have had there gallbladder removed will often have issues eating high fat meals because it is not as digested and causes very fast gastrointestinal distress(diarrhea). The gall bladder stores the bile produced by the liver. You can still live if your gallbladder is removed.
How many gall bladders do you have?
The gallbladder is a hollow system that sits just beneath the liver. In adults, the gallbladder measures approximately 8 centimetres (3.1 in) in length and 4 centimetres (1.6 in) in diameter when fully distended.
What should you eat after a gallbladder operation?
I had mine removed and my Dr. said to eat bland for a few days, soup, jello ect. also watch the fat content in your food Start with protein drinks (no fat) and liquids (soups, jello) the first couple of days, then move to more solid foods like chicken, mashed potatoes with fat free chicken broth, pasta, oatmeal, etc. You should stick with foods that are easily digestible for the first few days. Also, drink a LOT of water! No soda, limit your juice intake. Make sure you only boil, broil, bake or grill any meat you eat. Some people say that meat gives the some pain, you'll need to judge for yourself. As you feel up to it, try different foods to see how your body tolerates them. AVOID fat at all costs! Some people have an intolerance to full fat milk and anything that has milk in it. Take your time in adding vegetables to your diet - there is a possibility of gas and diarrhea.
What is the Translation of gallbladder?
The gallbladder is also known as the biliary vesicle or cholecyst, or in latin, the vesica fellea.
What is a gallbladder scan and how is it done?
Usually an ultrasound is used to look at the gallbladder, but X-rays are sometimes used. An abdominal X-ray can spot some types of gallstones containing calcium. You might be looking for the word "radioscopy."
What is the medical term meaning nuclear scan of the gallbladder?
The scan is usually performed in a hospital or clinical radiology department. The patient lies on an examination table while a small amount of radioactive dye is injected into a vein in the arm. This dye circulates through the blood and.
Bile is made in the liver but stored in the gall bladder.
Bile is produced in the liver from cholesterol. It is stored in the gallbladder which is situated just below the liver. The gallbladder is connected to the cystic duct which opens in the second part of the duodenum, which is part of small intestine.
The gall bladder receives the bile from liver through the common bile duct which is formed by the union of two hepatic ducts. The bile so received is concentrated to more than ten times in the gallbladder. It is released in to the small intestine in response to the stimulation by fatty food. The function of bile is to emulsify(breakdown fat into microscopic droplet of fat) fats. Emulsification helps digestion by increasing greater surface area for better absorption. Then the pancreas would produce pancreatic lipase to break down fat into glycogen and fatty acids.
Bile is produced in the Liver. The large intestine only produces some mucus and its main role is in the absorption of water from the waste products of digestion which forms the stool.
Can the gallbladder be replaced?
Yes, the gall bladder can be trasplanted. The gall bladder is a hollow organ supplying bile to the digestive tract that is mainly used to emulsify fats and oils. According to some natural health experts, the gallbladder can be damaged by * Excessive amounts of fat and oil; * Large amounts of spice; * Very cold liquids; * Cold dairy products * Drafts * Stress and according to Chinese Medicine Five Element Theory: Resentment.
About how much weight will you lose if you get your gallbladder taken out?
It is generally not expected for a person to experience significant weight loss after having their gallbladder removed. The gallbladder is a small organ that stores bile, which helps with the digestion of fats. While it is true that removal of the gallbladder may affect how well your body digests and absorbs fats, this is typically not enough to cause significant weight loss on its own. 𝒉𝒕𝒕𝒑𝒔://𝒘𝒘𝒘.𝒅𝒊𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒆24.𝒄𝒐𝒎/𝒓𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒓/424534/𝑨𝒏𝒋𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒊𝒌/
There are many factors that can contribute to weight loss, including diet, exercise, and overall health. If you are considering having your gallbladder removed and are concerned about your weight, it is important to discuss these concerns with your doctor. They can help you understand how the procedure may affect your body and provide guidance on how to maintain a healthy weight.
Where does the bile enter the alimentary canal?
The alimentary canal consists of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine. It is the main part of the digestive system. During the digestion process, the gallbladder secretes bile into the duodenum, which is the first section of the small intestine.
